Mine! Thoughts on Sisters
For my sister Kim, and “Our Girls.” Six adorable children and I sat around the table when our conversation turned to "the baby in my belly." I had recently had an ultrasound, so I brought a picture to show the...
The Toddler Dictionary
By: Rebekah Hunter Scott, Writer & Author of "Motherhood Is Easy" Your child is finally using her words! Yay! The months of interpreting her various cries is finally over! Now she can tell you in plain...
Prepare for the unthinkable
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: while eating breakfast in his highchair , your child begins to choke. His face turns red, his lips blue. As you frantically unbuckle his safety belt, your mind races. Do you know...
What goes up doesn't necessarily always...
There's a dangerous trend on the rise among preschoolers. Forget obesity for the time being. Forget bullying. I'm talking about noses. Or nostrils, more precisely. What possesses kids to stick things up their...
How much solid food should my baby eat?
Your Baby Should Be Eating as Much Solid Baby Food as Your Baby Will Eat. You're wondering about the above statement aren't you? Ask the vast majority of pediatricians and they will all say, "Feed your baby as much...
Early Warning Signs of Autism
No two children with autism are alike. However, there are some signs that many autistic children share and experts agree may be as recognizable as early as the toddler years, or even sooner. Research suggests that...
Potty Training - Will Only Move Bowels...
A common parenting complaint is that the potty training is going fine—no accidents. But then I hear: “Rebecca has been dry for months now. However, there is one little problem. She refuses to poop in the toilet. She...
Family Slumbering
Toddler Handbook: Tips for Toddlers, By Toddlers • In the middle of the night, run down the hallway without bothering to tiptoe. Your parents will hear the pitter-patter of your feet and be grateful that you are...
Eco-Crafty Fun
Crafts provide endless hours of creative fun. However, many mainstream craft supplies may be made with materials that are possibly not healthy for the planet or our children. With that in mind, we have the vibe on some...
Signing after Speech
First foods, first steps and first words are important milestones in any baby’s life. For parents who are signing with their babies, the first sign is also a monumental moment. I remember Joshua and Sabrina’s...
